Dec 17, 2024 | By Michael Ferrell | Read Time: 4 minutes | Criminal Defense

Colorado: A Stop & ID State?

A “stop and identify” statute is a law that authorizes police officers to lawfully order people whom they reasonably suspect of committing a crime to provide certain identifying information. Before you visit the Rocky Mountains, you may wonder, Is Colorado a stop and ID state?  The answer is yes. Colorado authorizes police officers to lawfully demand certain information during traffic stops and when they reasonably suspect that you are about to commit or have already committed a crime. Outside...

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May 8, 2024 | By Michael Ferrell | Read Time: 4 minutes | Criminal Defense

Colorado’s Expressed Consent Law

The expressed consent law in Colorado requires drivers who operate their vehicle on Colorado roads to submit to blood or breath testing if they are arrested for suspicion of driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol. If a driver refuses to provide a blood or breath sample, law enforcement will revoke your driver’s license and charge you with refusal.  In some cases, they may obtain the sample anyway with a valid warrant. An attorney can help you fight...

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Jun 5, 2023 | By Michael Ferrell | Read Time: 4 minutes | Criminal Defense

How to Choose an Affordable Criminal Defense Attorney in Denver, CO

Facing criminal charges can be one of the most challenging experiences of someone’s life. To make matters worse, finding a good criminal defense attorney on a budget is a difficult task. The news is filled with high-profile people hiring costly attorneys to help them fight legal accusations. It can feel like finding an affordable criminal defense lawyer in Denver means cutting corners and settling for a sub-par defense. This could not be further from the truth. High-quality and affordable...

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